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Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences

Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences


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The subject of mathematical writing is infused with life once again by Nick Higham. He follows up his successful HWMS volume with this much-anticipated second edition. As is Higham's style, the material is enlivened by anecdotes, unusual paper titles and humorous quotations. This handy new volume provides even more information on issues you will face when writing a technical paper or talk, from choosing the right journal in which to publish to handling your references. Its overview of the entire publication process is invaluable for anyone hoping to publish in a technical journal. The original book has been completely revised, making use of feedback from readers as well as Higham's own large file of ideas, based on his experiences in reading, writing, editing, examining and supervising theses. A Web page has been created for the book which includes updates relating to material in the book, links to references in the bibliography that are available on the Web, links to other Web pages related to mathematical writing, LaTeX and BibTeX, links to Web pages giving examples of posters and the bibliography for the book in BibTeX form.

Table of Contents:

  • Preface to the Second Edition
  • Preface to the First Edition
  • Chapter 1: General Principles
  • Chapter 2: Writer's Tools and Recommended Reading
  • Chapter 3: Mathematical Writing
  • Chapter 4: English Usage
  • Chapter 5: When English Is a Foreign Language
  • Chapter 6: Writing a Paper
  • Chapter 7: Revising a Draft
  • Chapter 8: Publishing a Paper
  • Chapter 9: Writing and Defending a Thesis
  • Chapter 10: Writing a Talk
  • Chapter 11: Giving a Talk
  • Chapter 12: Preparing a Poster
  • Chapter 13: TeX and LaTeX
  • Chapter 14: Aids and Resources for Writing and Research
  • Appendix A: The Greek Alphabet
  • Appendix B: Summary of TeX and LaTeX Symbols
  • Appendix C: GNU Emacs Commands
  • Appendix D: Mathematical and Other Organizations
  • Appendix E: Prizes for Expository Writing
  • Glossary
  • Bibliography
  • Name Index
  • Subject Index.


    Review :
    'Any professional mathematician (whether in the corporate world or in academe) who writes, and therefore puts math into print, should have this handbook on the reference shelf ...The information needed by writers, editors, and their assistants to prepare clear, accurate, and understandable mathematical material is contained in this book. Advanced undergraduate and graduate students should read it from cover to cover. They will then find themselves well prepared to express their thoughts in writing throughout their scientific careers ...' Barbara A. Simmons, Technical Communication 'Higham's handbook is to the technical writer what The Elements of Style by Strunk and White is to the liberal arts writer. I've reached for The Elements of Style many times and expect to reach for Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences even more frequently.' Keith Parris, Senior Technical Writer, Alcatel Network System


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    Product Details
    • ISBN-13: 9780898714203
    • Publisher: Society for Industrial & Applied Mathematics,U.S.
    • Publisher Imprint: Society for Industrial & Applied Mathematics,U.S.
    • Edition: New edition
    • Language: English
    • Returnable: Y
    • Weight: 525 gr
    • ISBN-10: 0898714206
    • Publisher Date: 31 Aug 1998
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Height: 228 mm
    • No of Pages: 318
    • Spine Width: 14 mm
    • Width: 151 mm


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